Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs
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Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Key Specs
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- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Introduced August 2019
- Replaced the Canon 80D
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-5
Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Canon 90D versus Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 90D was released 6 years later than the K-5 IIs and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 90D grades against the K-5 IIs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 90D and Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Pentax K-5 IIs
90D | K-5 IIs | |||
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Revealed | August 2019 | June 2013 | More recent by 76 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Canon 90D
K-5 IIs | 90D |
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Common features in the Canon 90D and Pentax K-5 IIs
90D | K-5 IIs | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 90D has got physical measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 IIs has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Compare the Canon 90D versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the 90D and the K-5 IIs.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 90D and K-5 IIs is 60 and 60 respectively.
Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 90D and K-5 IIs.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon 90D to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer 90D will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 IIs Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Pentax K-5 IIs | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 90D | Pentax K-5 IIs |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2013-06-04 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 45 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 701g (1.55 lbs) | 760g (1.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 photographs | 980 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6N | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,199 | $749 |